Former "Baywatch" star Pamela Anderson has teamed up with French designer Amelie Pichard to create a vegan accessory line.
	The 48-year-old actress, who has followed a vegan lifestyle for over 20 years, has teamed up with the French designer to create animal-friendly shoes and bags inspired by her love for Malibu and Saint-Tropez, reported Women's Wear Daily.
	"Each piece is made of nontoxic plastic, cottons, acrylics and rubbers. Vegans can be sexy -- super fun, super stylish and conscious because young people want to make better choices when it comes to consuming. We need more sustainable choices when it comes to handbags and shoes," Anderson said.
	The shoe and bag line will also be zapped with the blonde bombshell's love for the '90s with patchwork denim, plexiglass material for the heels and silver glittered soles.
	Pamela's shoe and bag line, which will cost between USD 450 to USD 950 will be available from December 10.

Pamela Anderson to launch vegan line

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Actor Matt Damon said he turned down the role his childhood friend Ben Affleck played in "Daredevil".
	The 44-year-old "Bourne Identity" star, who grew with Affleck said, "Daredevil" was the comic they read as kids, but he turned down the offer because he did not know the director, reported New York Daily.
	"For us it was always 'Daredevil' - that's the comic we read when we were kids. But when that one came along (in 2003) I chickened out, because I couldn't tell. I hadn't seen the director's work and I didn't know. So I just said, 'No.'
	"Ben was like, 'I gotta do it.' And the movie ended up doing very well, even though I don't think Ben was ultimately very proud of it," Damon said.
	The "Good Will Hunting" actor says facing low phase in the career does not bother him anymore as he has seen his friend Ben bouncing back commendably after series of flops.
	"Ben had that whole moment where he was in the crosshairs of (the tabloids) and couldn't really get a job. And he said to me at ...

Matt Damon turned down 'Daredevil'

Pop stars Ariana Grande and Nick Jonas will make a come back on "Scream Queens".
	Grande, 22, who played Chanel No 2 and gets killed within the first hour will appear again in episode 6, reported Entertainment Weekly.
	"She comes back I believe in episode 6 and maybe more. Everyone thinks she's gone but she's not gone," said series co-creator Ryan Murphy.
	Murphy did not elaborate on her return, "I wouldn't say ghost. Nothing you think is happening is happening on the show. You think some people are dead - they're not dead".
	Jonas, 23, who essayed the role of Boone was left for fake dead.
	According to Murphy, Boone will have a different look upon his return.
	"One of my favourite things is that he's spying and travelling around the campus dressed incognito as Joaquin Phoenix," he said.

'Scream Queens' will bring back Ariana Grande, Nick Jonas

Former "Grey's Anatomy" star Patrick Dempsey has started working on the third film in the "Bridget Jones" franchise.
	The 49-year-old American actor posted a photo of himself in the UK where he is gearing up to star in the big-screen sequel with Renee Zellweger and Colin Firth, reported Entertainment Weekly.
	"Nice to be working in England. Renee and Colin are an absolute joy to work with," he captioned the photo.
	Details about Dempsey's character are yet to be revealed.
	Directed by Sharon Maguire, the release date for "Bridget Jones's Baby" has not been announced yet.

Patrick Dempsey teases start of 'Bridget Jones's Baby'

Singer Jewel Kilcher has revealed dating and falling in love with actor Sean Penn during his split from second wife Robin Wright Penn in the 1990s.
	The 41-year-old singer opens up about her short-lived relationship with the "Milk" actor in her new memoir "Never Broken: Songs Are Only Half the Story," reported Aceshowbiz.
	In 1995 Jewel got her first TV break on Conan O'Brien's show and during her brief return to Alaska she got a call from Penn, 55.
	"One day my dad came to find me, saying, 'Jewel, you must be getting some kooky fans out there in the Lower 48. Some guy just prank-called and said he was Sean Penn," she writes
	"We spoke on the phone a lot and he was a fantastic flirt and I did not mind one bit," she continued.
	The "Foolish Games" singer then gives an account of her trip with the actor to the Venice Film Festival, where she was introduced to a new glitzy and glamorous world.
	Jewel and "Mystic River" star's romance, however, came to an end in the same year.

Jewel fell in love with Sean Penn during Robin Wright split

Actor Daniel Radcliffe has shaved his head for upcoming thriller "Imperium".
	The 26-year-old "Harry Potter" star will play an undercover FBI agent, who creeps into a group of neo-Nazis trying to build a bomb, reported Digital Spy
	"Here's the first look of me as FBI agent Nate Foster in Imperium," Radcliffe posted on his Google+ page.
	"We began filming the movie this week. I'm very excited about it and will tell you more about it soon!" he added.
	"Imperium", based on the experiences of ex-FBI agent Michael German, will be directed by Daniel Ragussis.

Daniel Radcliffe shaves his head for 'Imperium'

British rocker Ricky Wilson has been named the ambassador of the charity run by his hometown soccer club.
	The Kaiser Chiefs frontman, who hails from Leeds, England, has signed up as the face of the Leeds United Foundation, reported Contactmusic.
	Bosses of the organisation aim to help residents from across the region and run a number of schemes for those with disabilities, soccer courses for needy youngsters, as well as education and health initiatives.
	"Supporting the Foundation's work with the disabled, those with dementia, the unemployed, underprivileged children and the elderly is something I am incredibly proud to do. It's vital that we listen to and help our communities wherever we can and we will do as much as we can to help the Leeds United Foundation," Wilson said.

Ricky Wilson named ambassador for soccer club charity

Pop diva Lady Gaga is working hard on her next album and the singer recently shared a picture from a studio session.
	The 29-year-old "Applause" hitmaker posted a photo on Instagram of her working in the studio with RedOne, who was behind her big hits like "Poker Face" and "Just Dance".
	The singer and the music producer are seen wearing black shades while sitting next to each other.
	Other details about her upcoming album are unavailable.
	The project is sighted as a follow-up to "ARTPOP", which released back in 2013.

Lady Gaga teases new album with a studio photo

Cubbie Fink, founding member and bassist of indie pop band Foster the People has left the group.
	The band took to Twitter and said it was a collective decision to part ways, reported Entertainment Weekly.
	"As we move into the next chapter of Foster the People we felt it was time to share some news regarding our friend, founding FTP member and bass player Cubbie Fink.
	"Over the past several months a collective decision was made that he and the band would go their separate ways and pursue other opportunities," the band said.
	"I would like to express my extreme gratitude to our fans for your incredible love and support over the last four years.
	"It was a true gift getting to perform for such loyal, passionate and heartfelt people. I will miss playing and seeing all of you on the road. God bless you all," Fink said.
	Mark Foster and Mark Pontius formed the band in 2009 along with Fink, a friend of Foster. They broke through in 2011 with "Pumped Up Kicks", a crossover hit that peaked .

Founding member of Foster the People, Cubbie Fink leaves band

"Fast & Furious 8", the sequel to "Furious 7" and currently the fifth highest-grossing film ever, has nor director.
	According to The Hollywood Reporter, franchise veteran Justin Lin and "Furious 7" helmer James Wan have both passed on directing the sequel, which has been slotted for release on April 14.
	Wan has apparently opted to make "The Conjuring 2: The Enfield Poltergeist", whereas Lin has his hands full with Star Trek Beyond.
	While a search for a new director remains ongoing, producer Neal H Moritz was quick to deny suggestions that Vin Diesel's demanding nature caused trouble with Wan on the "Furious 7" set.
	"Obviously, if there was any issue, we wouldn't be making the eighth film with Diesel right now," the producer insisted.
	Universal added, "The studio and filmmakers loved working with James on 'Furious 7', but he was never in the mix for an eighth film due to a scheduling conflict with 'The Conjuring '2.
	"We are actively casting and searching for the right ...

'Fast & Furious 8' has no director

Rapper Tyga has sparked engagement rumours to his girlfriend Kylie Jenner as he called the reality TV star "fiancee" in a Snapchat video.
	The 25-year-old "Rack City" rapper wore a black T-shirt, red cap and necklace with pendant of his initial in the clip.
	"It's just me, my fiancee, this little dog I just got," he said, in the video posted by by Kylizzlesnapchats.
	Tyga could be seen sitting down in a sofa while his 18-year-old girlfriend wrapped her legs around his waist.
	The video came amid rumours of Kylie cheating on her boyfriend with rapper Stitches.

Tyga hints at engagement to Kylie Jenner, calls her 'fiance'

A Thai juvenile detention centre is hoping to change the lives of young offenders by showing them Asif Kapadia's acclaimed Amy Winehouse documentary.
	Officials from the Thai Health Promotion Foundation and the Stop Drink Network gathered 100 young male offenders, university students and youth groups together in Bangkok to screen "Amy", reported The Guradian.
	An official from the Stop Drink Network expressed hope that Winehouse's harrowing story will convince teenage drug and violence offenders to turn their lives around.
	"I think Amy's story is a real story that reflects real problems in the society, especially among teenagers," organisation spokeperson Kamron Chudecha said.
	"When Amy felt too much pressured, she acted out and started drinking, but she was gifted and she found that gift. It's not too late for the students to find their gifts and learn from her mistakes.
	"When one hits rock bottom, it takes a lot of courage to fight the loneliness and criticism, like when Amy has .

A Thai prison is showing Amy Winehouse documentary

Singer Lorde is back with a brand new track that teams her up with Disclosure.
	"Magnets" has Lorde crooning an electronic beat created by Disclosure's superstar DJ duo Howard and Guy Lawrence - with whom she previously collaborated at the 2014 Brit Awards, reported Digital Spy.
	The lyrics in "Magnets" are cryptic, with references to 'secret languages' and embracing 'the point of no return'.
	This is the first lead single from Lorde since 2014's "Yellow Flicker Beat", from the "Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1" soundtrack.
	"Magnets" features on Disclosure's highly-anticipated second album Caracal.
	Caracal also includes featured vocals from Sam Smith, The Weeknd, Kwabs and Miguel.

Lorde teams up with Disclosure

President Vladimir Putin called pop star Elton John and suggested a meeting, his spokesman said today, after the British singer was tricked last week by a prankster impersonating the Russian leader.
	"Putin... Had a talk with Elton John," his spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, quoted by RIA Novosti state news agency.
	The Russian leader told the British singer not to get offended at the pranksters who called him last week pretending to be Putin and his spokesman, Peskov said.
	"Putin called and said 'I know that some guys played a phone prank on you. Don't get offended at them, they're harmless, but of course that doesn't excuse them,'" Peskov said.
	The Rocket Man performer did not immediately confirm the call on his Instagram page, where he earlier announced a call from Putin that turned out to be a hoax.
	Putin suggested a meeting with the pop legend to discuss any topic, Peskov said, while not specifically referring to gay rights, which Elton John has said he wants to debate with the ..

Putin calls Elton John - and this time it's real says Kremlin

Singer Chris Brown will reportedly have to cancel his Australia tour scheduled in December, as he has been warned that he may not be allowed to enter the country because of domestic violence conviction.
	The 26-year-old "Kiss Kiss" hitmaker assaulted his then girlfriend Rihanna back in 2009 and considering those charges, Australia's Minister for Women Michaelia Cash said she would recommend that immigration minister Peter Dutton refuse his visa, reported Aceshowbiz.
	"People need to understand if you are going to commit domestic violence and then you want to travel around the world, there are going to be countries that say to you: 'You cannot come in because you are not of the character we expect in Australia. This is a government that is not afraid to say: 'no'," Cash said.
	Brown is expected to perform in Perth on December 9 before making stops in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane on December 12, 14 and 16 respectively.
	After his tour was announced, advocacy group GetUp! launched an ..

Chris Brown to face ban in Australia over assault conviction?

Actor Varun Sharma, who will be seen sharing screen space with superstar Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol in "Dilwale" says he is living his dream.
	Sharma made his acting debut with Farhan Akhtar's home production "Fukrey" where he played the role of Choocha.
	"There are no words to describe the feeling. I am living my dream right now. I feel blessed to be sharing screen space with Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol and being directed by Rohit Shetty. I am living every moment of this dream," Sharma told PTI in an interview here.
	The actor feels blessed to be working with the Bollywood biggies so early in his career.
	"I was star-struck. It happened couple of times while shooting for the film. He (Shah Rukh) supports and motivates young talent. He rehearses with us and encourages us to do better," he said.
	"They both are humble and very helpful. There is so much to learn from them," he added.
	Skipping the question on his role in the film, the "Fukrey" actor says, "It's a fun-filled role".
	Also ...

I was star-struck by SRK, Kajol: Varun Sharma

Director duo Abbas-Mustan, who are known for making thriller films are attempting a light-hearted film for the first time with "Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon" but say that they would never make a adult comedy.
	"Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon" marks the acting debut of stand-up comedian Kapil Sharma.
	"We are sure if there is one space (genre) that we would not like to make is adult comedy films. We do not like vulgarity... We are not comfortable. There are glamorous roles in our films but they are not vulgar. We want to make family entertainers," the duo told PTI in an interview here.
	"It is difficult to make people laugh. It is easy to make a thriller... Drama and action films. We have tried our best to entertain the audience," they said.
	The story of "Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon" came long back to the "Race" director but they were looking for the right time and the right actor.
	"We heard the script of this film couple of years back from a writer. We loved it and found it entertaining. There was no .

Abbas-Mustan won't venture into adult comedies

Leading Kannada actress Parul Yadav, who is making her Bollywood entry with Ram Gopal Varma's multi-lingual movie "Killing Veerappan", hopes it would give her good offers in the Hindi film world.
	"This is the first time in my career that I am doing a real-life character, and I am very excited about 'Killing Veerappan'. I am playing a character which the media is unaware of," Parul told PTI here on the sidelines of a commercial function.
	The actress said she hoped the film, based on the story of sandalwood smuggler Veerappan who was shot dead by police, would do well at the box office and opens up the doors of Bollywood with good offers which has been her unfulfilled wish.
	"I have been a successful actor in Kannada, but could not make it big in Kannada, Tamil and Hindi film industry. So, there is a void in my life. I would love to do Bollywood films if given a chance. I hope 'Killing Veerappan' does well at the box office and opens up the doors of Bollywood with good offers," she ...

Kannada star Parul to enter Bollywood with "Killing Veerappan"

The first trailer of "The Angry Birds Movie", a feature based on the mega-popular mobile game app, features some flightless birds with anger management problems.
	The 2-minute-37-second promo explains why the birds are so angry and shows how they control their rage, reported Aceshowbiz.
	The trailer gives first look of main character Red, voiced by Jason Sudeikis, Josh Gad's speedy Chuck, Danny McBride's accident-prone and volatile Bomb and the presumably villainous pig Leonard, voiced by Bill Hader.
	The film chronicles the story of an island populated entirely by flightless birds. When it is visited by mysterious green piggies, it is up to a group of unlikely outcasts, which includes Red, Chuck, and Bomb to figure out what the pigs are up to.
	The animated comedy is slated to release on May 20, 2016.

'Angry Birds' first trailer features anger management class

Steve Moses, a 22-year-old engineering student, came out as the champion of "Big Brother 17" after beating out 16 other houseguests including Vanessa Rousso and Liz Nolan.
	The episode started with Vanessa winning part one of the final HOH, which was a physical endurance competition in which the players had to sit on giant carnival "apples" for as long as possible, reported Ace Showbiz.
	However, Steve went on to win the second and third part, evicted Vanessa and took Liz to the final two where the jury asked some tough questions to the two finalists.
	After Steve and Liz gave their answers, the votes were locked in and the non-jury members took the stage.
	Steve was eventually announced as the winner of "Big Brother".
	He took home the USD 500,000 grand prize while Liz walked away with a prize of USD 50,000. Also during the finale, James Huling earned the title of America's Favorite Houseguest and was awarded USD 25,000.

Steve Moses crowned 'Big Brother 17' winner

From being a broke 24-year-old to directing a National-award-winning film that will represent India at the Oscars, life has come a full circle for Chaitanya Tamhane with his debut movie "Court".
	Tamhane, 28, says he never expected the Marathi film to have the kind of journey that it has but it was a story that he always believed in.
	"I feel very fortunate and grateful for the way it has been received. We did not make the movie with that many expectations. We were not sure what will happen but we were surprised constantly. It is my debut film so it is a great feeling," Chaitanya told PTI over phone from Tokyo. He is there to attend a film festival.
	"Court" saw off competition from 29 other films including "Killa", "NH 10", "Bajrangi Bhaijaan", "Baahubali", "Haider" and "Masaan" to be named as India's official entry to the Oscars yesterday.
	The director says the announcement came as a surprise as they had kept their expectations low, considering the unpredictability around the ...

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